How archaeologists are rediscovering the ancient world's most marvelous monuments The canonical Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were renowned for their size or splendor and—in all cases—the ...

The team behind what has been described as "one of the most significant mosaics discovered in the UK" have revealed that it ...

ROME, Italy -- Aerial photos of the world-renowned Colosseum and the Roman Forum reveal the impressive scale of Rome’s ...

Egypt, third millennium b.c. The Great Pyramid of Giza is both the oldest of the Seven Wonders and the only one still standing. Built by the pharaoh Khufu (reigned ca. 2551–2528 b.c.) to serve as his ...

Sculptor François Décure met his demise trying to make his artwork in the Paris Catacombs accessible to the public above.

I'm on Fred Olsen's Turkish Treasures 12-night cruise, part of a 57-nighter. Following just over a four- hour flight from ...

When people get 1-2 weeks off for annual holidays, they want to make the most of it by exploring a new place. Turkey, with its mix of history, culture, and natural beauty, offers so much to see. It ...

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A kiss is one of the most universal gestures in the world. It’s a wordless way to show affection that transcends language, culture, and even species boundaries, conveying a great deal of meaning ...

An expansive ancient city has been unearthed in central Asia, shedding light on the area's industrial history and ranking as "one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries in this region for ...

You may have read about the seven ancient wonders of the world, some of the planet’s most magnificent and powerful creations, chosen and compiled into a list by Hellenic travellers passing through ...

Soar above the ancient world with this breathtaking drone video of Agrigento, Sicily. Witness the phenomenal UNESCO World Heritage site, the Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi), where massive ...